Comments on the performance of furniture retailers in Great Britain. Losses at Harvey's and Courts PLC; Need of the industry for profitable turnover; Importance of the commitment to customer service by the sector.

Reports on the establishment of the Ideal Furnishings store by couple Jacqui and Steve Argo in Guernsey, Channel Islands. Use of store formerly occupied by the bankrupt Courts; Names of furniture supplier; Criticisms against the former management of Courts; Recruitment of several employees.

The article presents financial performance of furniture companies during 2004. Furniture retailers provided much excitement during 2004 but, in January, most analysts were neutral about prospects for DFS, Courts and ScS. DFS was the first to move significantly. In March, heavyweight investors...